Standardisation Technician in Warrington

As Standardisation Technician you will be responsible for delivery of all your technical related activities within Engineering and potentially across the organisation. The role will include these responsibilities and accountabilities.

Responsibilities

• To support in the delivery of standards and standard products to be utilised within the capital programme across our partner organisations.
• To support in tracking benefits and other KPIs developed to assess Capital Delivery, Engineering and Commercial's (CECs) utilisation of standards and standard products performance and to evaluate engineering innovation programme delivery.
• Working closely with the Standards Engineer to develop and maintain KPI dashboards, Standards Library and Standards Catalogue.
• Working independently but in alignment with the Standards Engineer in maintaining strong relationships with other disciplines and internal clients (e.g. Standardisation Engineers, PEMs, Asset Managers, Area Delivery Managers etc).
• You will act as one of the Standardisation team SharePoint editors and support in document control of our library of mandatory, advisory standards and standard products - ensuring all are audited at timely intervals and amended as appropriate reflecting new ways of working.
• Ensuring that all activities undertaken are in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and Accepted Practice.
• Ensuring that all engineering outputs provided are in accordance with an appropriate Quality Management System e.g. checked and verified documents, drawings, specifications, and United Utilities' Company Standards.
• Support in the development and maintenance of KPI dashboards.
• Assist in managing the company-wide technical competency framework ensuring it is fit for purpose and applied with a consistent approach.
• Providing technical consistency across UU.
• Responsibility for raising the external profile of UU.
• KPI feedback (TCQ) specific to project & program delivery.
• KPI feedback specific to technical support from all internal client directorates.
• KPI feedback from ESP specific to Standards support.
• Metrics relating to the value added to projects through innovative designs & development of standards.
• Performance reviews and related activities performed on time and in accordance with company procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Applicant should be educated to HNC or Degree level or have studied Science or engineering relevant subject at A level. It is a requirement to hold a relevant technical qualification HNC or higher.
• Knowledge is required of the design and operation of water industry systems and/or processes together with a working knowledge of Company standards, procedures and technologies.
• A working knowledge is also required of the interfaces between engineering disciplines.
• The post holder will have experience and expertise in data gathering and analysis and in specifying and managing and sharing this data to inform decision making.
• Experience of developing tools and techniques to share knowledge with relevant parties in a creative and cost effective way.
• Experience of developing applications using Microsoft SharePoint 365.
• Ability to build and maintain interactive dashboards using Microsoft tools e.g. Power BI.
• Strong delivery focus, the ability to manage to deadlines and to demonstrate achievement of KPIs.
• Awareness of the regulatory environment is important in meeting our objectives.
• The post holder will also be able to communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences, concepts and ideas regarding the application of particular recommendations.
• The post holder will have awareness of the operational environments, operator skill levels and operating cost implications of proposed solutions and recommendations.
• The post holder will be aware of process and construction risk analysis techniques.
• The post holder will be required to work on their own, and as a member of a team including liaison and co-ordination between disciplines.
• The ability to write clearly, concisely and accurately to deliver & promote "best of breed" standards and designs.
• Good communication skills are required in order to ensure relevant information is correctly passed.

Company & Benefits

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

Benefits

• Salary - £44,320
• Work Type - Hybrid
• Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LR
• Role Type - Permanent
• Employment Type - Full Time
• Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays.
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover.
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements.
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme.
• MyGym Discounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions.
• Best Doctors.
• Salary Finance.
• Wealth at Work courses.
• Deals and discounts.
• EVolve Car Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Mental health first aiders.
• ShareBuy.
• MORE Choices flexible benefits.
• Enhanced parental leave schemes.